Helplines

We’re here for you, whatever’s on your mind. We’ll support you. Guide you. Help you make decisions that are right for you.

Our tips and techniques, ideas and inspiration, can help you feel more in control. And you can access them in your own time, at your own pace!

Concerned about a Child in West Berkshire

If there is immediate risk of harm to a child, call the Police on 999

If you are concerned about a child in West Berkshire, it is important that you talk to someone about this. Don’t ignore your concerns or delay taking action.

Child helplines

Are you experiencing domestic abuse?You are not alone.

As a woman fleeing domestic abuse, you may want to access specialist refuge accommodation. The Helpline can help you find a refuge vacancy for you and your children; call us for more information.

We can also support you to find other specialist services in your community, which can provide support whether or not you have left your partner.

However you feel
you’re not alone…

    Everyone has mental health & just like physical health it changes from day to day & many things can affect our mental/emotional health.

    It is estimated that 3/4 of medically diagnosable mental health conditions emerge by the age of 24.

   Emotional difficulties such as anxiety & depression have become the most prevalent type of mental health condition experienced by 5-19 year olds.

As a member-led organisation, there are great opportunities to get involved with the running of Eight Bells from cooking lunch to being part of the management board. We believe in empowering our members, this creates a great atmosphere within the centre; people feel part of a community. People aren’t told what to do here, rather they are involved in deciding how things are done.

Links http://eightbellsnewbury.co.uk/helplines

 

We give people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem.

Our national charity and network of local charities offer confidential advice online, over the phone, and in person, for free.

Find out more about who we are, what we do and how you can support us below.

Information about AA meetings in the Thames Valley area, who to call or email for help if you think you might have a problem with alcohol and general information about Alchoholics Anonymous.

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.

The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions.

Guest Blogs - Emotional Wellbeing and Mental Health

Sport In Mind

Sport in Mind | Since 2011 they’ve run thousands of sessions to support people's #mentalhealth across 50+ sports & today they’re pleased to announce they’ve teamed up with @BritEquestrian to run a brand new sport - #equestrian. Sessions start in March in West Berkshire - exciting!

Caz runs HappyKindCalm. Caz, her husband and her 2 girls live in Newbury, Berkshire. Her main other loves in life are music and animals, especially dogs.

Recovery in Mind is on a mission to improve the lives of adults living in West Berkshire with mental health challenges by delivering free of charge, inspiring and empowering courses

Caz Campbell Guest Blog – Comfort Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m a …

“Don’t be afraid to be different, be afraid of being the same as everyone else” is one of my favourite quotes.

“Don’t be afraid to be different, be afraid of being the same as everyone else” is one of my favourite quotes.

Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m a mum of two daughters who are 5 & 7 and I have three other job “hats”

Emotional Health & Wellbeing with Caz Campbell | Hindsight Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my …

Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m a mum of two daughters who are …

Emotional Health & Wellbeing by Caz Campbell/World Earth Day- West Berkshire Villagers Today is World Earth Day and This Year’s Theme is …

Emotional Health & Wellbeing by Caz Campbell/Nature Nature & Relationships  Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of …

Emotional Health & Wellbeing by Caz Campbell/ Be More Toddler Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of …

Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m a mum of two daughters who are …

Emotional Health & Wellbeing with Caz Campbell Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m …

Music Can Spark Pure Joy!… Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m a mum …

This week’s blog is about colour! Seeing colour, especially your favourite ones, uplifts you

The first topic, as we’re in a lockdown at the moment, is “Being Present”… Being present in what you’re doing; appreciating and living life in the now, so trying to avoid worrying about what you can’t control.

The first topic was about “Being Present” and this week is about Motivation, as I know a lot of us have found …

This week will be a transition of lockdown rules changing – (for many this means a big change, for some it means …

Community News-December is usually a time for doing lots of things with friends and family but this year may be slightly less. …

Kindness is defined as “the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate.” It’s also contagious, a source of pleasure and even elevates …

Hello and hope you had a Merry Christmas! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m …

Declutter… The start of a new year often brings about having a clear out, which you may love or hate. Having too …

CONTROL: Since last week’s lockdown announcement and schools closing, I think a lot of us are feeling a lack of control – …

Self-Care… There is a lot of talk about self-care at the moment. Mainly because most of us aren’t practising much self-care because …

Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m a mum of two daughters who are …

It’s LGBT+ History Month this month so I’ve been thinking about awareness, fairness, judgement and identity, which is this week’s topic.

It’s Children’s Mental Health Week so this week’s blog is about childhood and parenthood, especially apt for all those home-schoolers at the …

This blog is about children and teenagers going back to school after lockdown

Positivity!… After another week of homeschooling last Friday, I felt like a deflated Eeyore! All my positivity & enthusiasm had been drained …

Eating Disorders This week is Eating Disorder Awareness Week. Eating Disorders can be about lack of control, unwanted emotions, traumatic events like abuse, lacking human connection and more…

Caz chats to Paul about Home schooling during lockdown. Many parents found this a daunting prospect and many different approaches have been …

Visit Caz’s Website The term “Donkey on a Waffle” is from an urban phrase meaning to make something a priority or to …

This Week’s Blog- Eating Disorders Hello! My name is Caz Campbell. I’ve lived in Newbury most of my life, I’m a mum …

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